The Portrait Gallery is a work of art restaurant in Matthews, North Carolina, serving small plates of locally-sourced food, all crafted in-house. If you like the larger portions, fear not, as the staff also creates a changing series of large-plate specials. In addition to the excellent cuisine, a thoughtfully-curated cocktail menu makes an excellent accompaniment. But don’t forget the generous assortment of boutique wines and locally-brewed beers. And for those of you on strict diets, gluten-free and or vegetarian options are available. 

The Portrait Gallery Restaurant & Bar is an exceptional offering of local goodness and thoughtfully planned food and drink.
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It is easy to feel like invited guests when you look up and see the trouble that when into hanging the fantastic portraits perpendicularly.
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The staff thought only of you when they made that magical decision.
Here you are encouraged to share a delicious meal and spirited conversation.
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Start out with a flight of colorful, yummy Mimosas.
One item on the brunch menu, cooked on Sundays, is avocado spread on sourdough bruschetta.
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This hearty sandwich comes with crispy bacon and two sunny-side-up eggs, topped with roasted garlic aioli and served with breakfast potatoes.

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Or if you need to get out of the house one evening, drop in and order a charcuterie board.
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The chef’s choice includes artisanal crackers, pepper jelly, candied walnuts, pickles, olives, meats and cheeses.
The seared sesame-encrusted tuna with wasabi vinaigrette is also an excellent choice.
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And the best finish to a delightful evening is an elegant slice of rich, creamy cheesecake.
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If you'd rather sit outside in an equally pleasing area, a winding path takes you to a courtyard that is perfect for those cooler outdoor kinds of evenings.
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It is heated on chillier nights.

If your party has seven or more people, a reservation is required. If you go, we’re sure you will discover that The Portrait Gallery is a work-of-art restaurant in Matthews, North Carolina. Find out more about this lovely place on The Portrait Gallery’s website. And while you’re there, walk, cycle, or run the trail at the Four Mile Creek Greenway In North Carolina.

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The Portrait Gallery Restaurant, 118 E Charles St, Matthews, NC 28105, USA